Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
tonkinensis
ID:
473635

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagnep.) Gagnep.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 5: 873 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472967



Common Names

  • Petelotiella tonkinensis
  • Tonkin Petelotiella
  • Tonkin Urn Plant


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Synonyms

  • Petelotia tonkinensis Gagnep. [unknown]

Description

Petelotiella tonkinensis (also called Tonkin clearweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Urticaceae family. It is native to China and is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Petelotiella tonkinensis is an ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and small, white flowers. It is often used as a ground cover or in containers. It can also be used as a houseplant, and its leaves can be used to make a tea with a mild, pleasant taste.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Petelotiella tonkinensis has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have small, round leaves and a delicate stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petelotiella tonkinensis is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial plant. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C).

Where to Find Petelotiella tonkinensis

Petelotiella tonkinensis is native to Vietnam.

Petelotiella tonkinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petelotiella tonkinensis?

Petelotiella tonkinensis

What is the family of Petelotiella tonkinensis?

Urticaceae

Where is Petelotiella tonkinensis native to?

Vietnam

Species in the Petelotiella genus

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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